86 Cathedral Drive, 9679 Manapouri, New Zealand
#12 of 15 hotels in Manapouri
Guests' ChoiceBased on 432 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Location
9.1
Facilities
7.7
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
7.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 2 June 2025
Stefanie
New ZealandRoom was very dated. No heater on when we arrived, so the room was freezing. The shower was so low that my partner had to nearly kneel to wash his hair.
Great location, good communication from staff
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 4 May 2025
Don
AustraliaGreat place to stay to access Doubtful Sound. Very affordable, quality of facilities were much better than you'd expect given the relatively low cost of accommodation.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 29 April 2025
Annie
New ZealandThe beds were a bit uncomfortable. I slept in one of the single beds in the 2nd bedroom as the bed in the main bedroom was not very soft and had a bit of a dip in the middle. If you like to watch TV you would be out of luck. Luckily the view was to die for, so this didn't matter to us. We were able to stream the news on the free WIFI so were all good. Make sure you take your own food unless you want to go to the ONE dining place in town, at the old church. It turned out to be quite expensive for food I can cook just as well if not better. The cabin was basic. It's a bit tired and could do with some TLC but it was fine to just sleep in, which is what we needed.
The view from the cabin was incredible!! We were treated to a most stunning sunset and the view from the kitchen and living room was amazing. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed for a one or two night stay. When we arrived the heater was on and the cabin was warm and cosy. The lady at reception was wonderful. She was super friendly and a pleasure to deal with!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 26 April 2025
Matt
AustraliaShower didn't have much pressure.
Great location, less than 20min from Te Anau. Good value. Awesome view from cabin.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 18 April 2025
Bridget
New ZealandGreat location and lots of character. Friendly hosts and well-equipped kitchen. Clean and tidy.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 16 April 2025
Rosanne
New ZealandA very quirky looking campground, but with everything we needed. Ana was very friendly and helpful at check-in. The buildings looked a bit old and slightly run down, but don't let that put you off. We stayed in a cabin which had mismatched furniture, but original paintings on the walls. French doors opened out onto our own small deck. It was really great! We went on our Doubtful Sound trip from here, but wish we could have stayed longer than two nights. We would definitely stay there again if we are ever travelling in the area in the future.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 13 April 2025
John
ThailandGood location.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 13 April 2025
Marika
New ZealandI found the toilet to be rather small, however, given it has various levels of camping and cabins, the communal bathrooms were close by and were great.
Loved the location and how each cabin looked different in some way. Some of the smaller cabins looked super cute. I left the front curtains open at night, so there was a beautiful view of the stars and would have been the same for the lake if it hadn't been a foggy morning.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 12 April 2025
Lori
CanadaNothing
We booked the cabin with shared facilities. There are two kitchens for use on the property, the small one was right behind our cabin but the bigger one was much better with multiple stoves and fridges. Both kitchens and bathrooms were very clean. This was a good base for going to Milfordsound. The cabin was basic but suited our needs.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 12 April 2025
Rahman
BangladeshIt's was a great travel around manapura and te anue. Thanks
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 8 April 2025
Richard
United KingdomThe playground could do with some new equipment!
Great spot and lovely location. Very easy to go for a run or go to the beach. Lovely little wood round the back.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 6 April 2025
Sristy
New ZealandVery clean, in a beautiful location n friendly chill vibes
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 3 April 2025
Helen
AustraliaThought the cabin was a bit expensive for what it was but fabulous location and the view was amazing! Anna in reception was so lovely - thank you for the trouble you went to with the TV.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 3 April 2025
Aakash
United KingdomReally cool old time farm atmosphere
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 1 April 2025
Ron
New ZealandThe reception is not always open, and guests need more help.
The staff person was very nice and provided help, and the room was good. Lots of central facilities.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Fawcett
New ZealandNa
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Paul
United KingdomAt peak times the kitchen was busy...
We stayed in one of the cheaper 'huts', basically just a place with a bed and some seats. We used the communal kitchen (which was used by many people) and shower/toilet block.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Elizabeth
New ZealandA bit short on power points to charge my various devices. The electric blanket didn’t reach a power point. No heater in the bathroom or lounge/dining room.
Wonderful view from my Lakeview unit. Older style but very comfortable with good facilities. Great location for the activities I had planned. Would like to have stayed longer.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 26 March 2025
Richard
AustraliaNot fancy, but comfortable, well priced and close to the lake.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 25 March 2025
Cao
ChinaNothing
A huge house with a sea view
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 20 March 2025
Cécile
FranceFirst thing first Hanna (not sure of the spelling sorry) was absolutely lovely. Then about the place : I really liked it, it has so much charm and cuteness to it. It arrived late and stay only one night but a few days in Manapouri in the summer would be really special in a place like that. The dorm was nothing special - really basic but pretty big for just 8 beds and co sideline yhe price I was happy with what I got. Good showers and bathroom area, didn't use the kitchen or laundry but both are available.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 20 March 2025
Rohit
New ZealandThe location and friendly greet at check in and place was clean and tidy and warm with comfortable bed as per pic but booking .com did not specify rooms allocated either with balcony or not but other then that facility at the park was more then expected. The location was good as short walk into town and lovely open sky’s to see the stars (if not cloudy)
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 19 March 2025
Anna
New ZealandGood stay for the night with good facilities.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 16 March 2025
Christine
United KingdomOnly 3 fridges for a large campsite - not enough. The kitchen was chaos with people each evening
Fantastic location by beach with Mountain views. Quirky cabins with slightly tired 70’s decor and bedding. A few rows of ancient Morris Minors. We could have been on a Wes Anderson’s set!
Stayed in March 2025
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